Red Malabar Spinach Seeds ( Bachalakura )

Product Description

• Germination Time: 7-14 days
• Sunlight Requirement: 6-8 hours per day, in full sun
• Ideal Climate for Sowing: Suitable for all seasons, can thrive in warm climates
• Plant Height: 6-10 feet
• Organic Fertilizer Requirement: 1-2 cups of compost or vermicompost per plant per week
• Life Span: Perennial in tropical climates; annual in cooler regions
• Ideal Growing Temperature: 25-35°C
• Harvesting Time: 50-70 days after sowing
• Maintenance Required: Low to moderate
• Ideal Grow Bag Size: 12x12 grow bag, 12x24 grow bag, 24x24x12 rectangular grow bag, 36x24x12 grow bed
• Number of Seeds: 20+

Specifications of Red Malabar Spinach Seeds

Red Malabar Spinach, known as Bachalakura in local languages, is a leafy vine that thrives in warm climates. It's valued for its edible leaves, which are rich in vitamins and minerals. This open-pollinated variety allows you to save seeds from mature plants for future planting.

Benefits / Uses of Red Malabar Spinach

• Rich in vitamins A, C, and iron
• Provides a good source of dietary fiber
• Adds a unique flavor to salads, soups, and stir-fries
• Can be used fresh or cooked in various culinary dishes

Planting and Care for Red Malabar Spinach

• Sowing Red Malabar Spinach Seeds: Plant seeds in well-draining soil inside a suitable grow bag, ensuring they are covered lightly with soil.
• Growing Red Malabar Spinach: Requires consistent moisture and can tolerate partial shade. Ensure good air circulation to prevent fungal issues. Harvest leaves regularly to encourage new growth.
• Harvesting Red Malabar Spinach: Leaves can be harvested 50-70 days after sowing. Use sharp scissors to cut mature leaves, allowing younger leaves to continue growing.

Precautions While Growing Red Malabar Spinach

• Use fertile, loamy soil with a pH level around 6.0-6.8.
• Protect plants from pests like aphids and caterpillars using organic pest control methods.
• Provide support for vines to climb, or grow them as ground cover in suitable climates.

Other Names

• Botanical Name: Basella alba
• Local Names: Bachalakura (బచ్చాలకుర), Malabar Spinach, Indian Spinach

No. of Red Malabar Spinach Seeds in a Packet

• 20+ seeds